With so many holidays being celebrated throughout the world this time of year, traditional and exotic cuisines are gracing tables everywhere. Here are a few of our favorites from around the globe- with the perfect table settings to match!
The Traditional English Christmas Goose!
Gracing tables in Great Britain and beyond, the Christmas goose was brought to holiday meals by Queen Elizabeth I and was made the official tradition during her reign. The goose is often served with Brussels sprouts and roasted potatoes and followed by a traditional flaming pudding. Enjoy this fantastic roast goose recipe from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey
To set the stage for your traditional English Christmas table, we suggest our Christmas Chenille Stripe linen.
The Popular Potato Latke for Hanukkah!
Those of the Jewish faith celebrate this eight-day holiday with many dishes cooked in olive oil, and latkes (potato pancakes) in particular, are celebratory symbols of this gift of sustenance. Latkes are probably the most popular side dish of Hanukkah meals and are served beside beef brisket, noodle kugel, green salads, and blintzes. We love this menu for Hanukkah dinner by Bon Appétit Magazine - especially their twist on the traditional latke combining potatoes and apples and topped with smoked salmon. Yum!
To set the stage for your Hanukkah feasts, we suggest our Blue Rabanne.
African Peanut Stew Will Heat Up Your Kwanzaa!
First celebrated in the United States in 1966, Kwanzaa was created for those of African descent around the world to reconnect with their common heritage. The name is derived from traditional harvest celebrations in Africa called matunda ya kwanza, literally "first fruits," which were seven days of gathering, reverence, commemoration, recommitment, and celebration. This recipe for African Peanut Stew is sure to warm up your celebrations with traditional African flavors.
To set the stage for an unforgettable Kwanzaa celebration, we recommend our Orange Cascade linen.
Japan’s Toshikoshi Soba to Ring in the New Year!
Eating a plate of buckwheat noodles or “Year-End Soba”, before midnight on New Year’s Eve to bring longevity and prosperity for the next 12 months is an age-old tradition in Japan. There is no one recipe for Toshikoshi Soba- they vary from household to household and family to family. Here’s a great recipe (with some history attached) to ring in the New Year a la Japan!
To set the stage to ring in the New Year with traditional Toshikoshi Soba, we suggest our Champagne Iridescent Crush linen or Valentine Gold Circle Taffeta linen.
Toast the Holidays with a Puerto Rican Coquito!
Coquito is a popular holiday beverage in Puerto Rico. It has similarities to American eggnog, but the use of crème de coco or coconut milk gives it a unique island flavor. The delicious cocktail is served at functions throughout Christmas and New Years. To mix up the perfect Coquito, try this delicious and easy recipe from the Food Network.
To set the stage for a festive Puerto Rican- style holiday gathering, we recommend our Papaya Kaleidoscope linen Sunset Mayan.
